Can a sports audience influence the score? Supporting your favorite sports team can be very encouraging and can send a motivating message to the players. It can be expected that exceeding player expectations as a spectator, can have a positive impact on an athlete's performance, raising scores and achievements. Coaches...

The Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced both the new Alberta Spotlight for this year's festival as well as a brand new partnership with connectFirst Credit Union. connectFirst Credit Union came to be after a joining of several smaller credit unions in May of 2021. Mountain View Financial (Olds), Ch...

As a part of my program in Mount Royal University, Broadcast Media Studies (BMS) students have the opportunity to do an internship with a variety of organizations ranging from production companies to the City of Calgary. I was fortunate enough to be selected by the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) with anothe...

The first-year students were assigned the Artsty Fartsy Project. Their clever professor, Irv Rathusniak, says the assignment allowed the students to choose anything - in terms of concept - as long as they incorporate interesting composition and lighting. It also had to be shot in the CMRU.ca studio. Here's what the stu...

A Calgary artist says making music helped him out of the most depressed season of his life. Jimmy Scott also known as Edwardson, began to question everything due to emotional and mental exhaustion. Scott's turning point began once he turned to music to express himself and his emotions.

We all love the "wined & dined" date but sometimes it's a little out of our budget. And we don't have to be embarrassed by that, the image of the perfect date as seen in the movies is fun but OH MY GOD can it be expensive. It is possible to have a good date without leaving the comfort of your home, especi...

For the first time in 30 years, Yellowknife had a Halloween with no snow on the ground. The 2021 fall/winter season in the Northwest Territories has been set up to be one of the, if not the warmest season we've had. Temperatures only recently started to hit the -20⁰ Celsius mark when in previous years that type of we...

Having been colonized by the Spanish and Americans, as well as being occupied by the Japanese- add on the prominent influence of the Chinese and you get the beautiful culture of the Philippines, reflecting a mish-mash of all of these influences distilled into one. This is evident in the food and cuisine that have stemm...

It's that time of year again where we willingly send ourselves flying down mountain sides at unthinkable speeds. Last year many of us didn't get a chance to hit up the slopes due to the pandemic. So, if you've forgotten what it feels like to ski or snowboard, or if it's your first time, here's five tips to ensure that ...

The Canadian Football League is one of the most accessible sports leagues for young Canadians. Despite this, the CFL is severely lacking in young female fans. A recent report by 3DownNation shares that only thirteen percent of Gen Z Canadian women identify as fans of the CFL. I've been a CFL fan since I was a toddler, ...

The words artificial intelligence (shortened to AI) often conjure up images of soulless robotic machines that are devoted to the downfall of humanity, or possibly it just reminds you of the bad Haley Joe Osmond movie Either way, the term AI is a broad one that can apply to a collection of simple algorithms that help an...

Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids is a charitable organization that has been a leader in combating food insecurity for children and families. To understand the impact that this charity has, it is important to understand how food insecurity affects Calgarians. A story from United Way Calgary says that "In April 2020...

Best known for his tenure hosting Comedy Central's "The Daily Show", many think Jon Stewart was the original host, but the show actually started with Craig Kilborn hosting from 1996 to 1998, and had a less political tone than it is known for today. The change in host and subsequent shift in the format and con...

There was widespread disappointment when parking fees were tacked onto Kananaskis visits this past Summer. This made the popular spot for hikes and picnics join Banff in being fully pay-to-play. Luckily, for anyone in the Calgary area looking to enjoy the outdoors, there are still plenty of *FREE* options well within r...

Just before this semester started (and just before the fourth wave got out of hand), I had the opportunity to try out a truly incredible tourist experience, right in my own backyard. Well, not quite in my own backyard, but less than two hours away in Banff. The Banff Gondola is located just outside the town, at the bas...

All universities in Calgary are closed on Sept 30th except Mount Royal University for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. MRU is hosting the Journey to Indigenization: Truth, Reconciliation and Decolonization, a two-week long series of events dedicated to Truth and Reconciliation Day Every Child Matters oran...

The City of Calgary is hosting several live events on Sept. 30th, the national day for Truth and Reconciliation. The city will have their own livestream at 12 p.m. It will feature Indigenous elders, other community leaders and an Orange Shirt Day ceremony. Orange ribbon decals will also be applied to all city vehicles...

For the past 2.5 years, Ben Goodman and I have seen CMRU grow as a platform and as a community. We achieved many milestones with the students from starting podcasts that would be available for streaming on platforms everywhere, to creating live shows from places outside the walls of the radio booth. We teamed up with t...

The students from the second graduating class of the Broadcast Media Studies program at Mount Royal University are ready for new adventures. They finished up their degree program online and yet were able to create strong final media projects. The faculty members were so inspired by the students - they created two video...

Year-End Stream Night This will be held on the Society of Broadcasting Youtube channel, on Monday 26th of April, 6:30pm. This was inspired by the 4th year broadcasting students' watch parties last year, where everyone was invited to get together and watch their independent solo and group projects together. We'd like to...

He's a Christian whose audience is secular. Kyle Church's music has led him to become a local sensation. Jason Taylor reports. For more information about Kyle Church and to listen to his music.

The Jua School Project is a charity organized by MRU Alumni that are trying to build a school in Bujumbura, Burundi. Co-Founder Jesse Dias hopes their Fairtrade Coffee sales will help raise funds for children and women in underdeveloped nations. Fundraising during the COVID-19 pandemic has caused challenges, but they c...

 The Harvest Hills Driving Range is still open despite all the snow. Calgarians can get outside and enjoy some winter golf at the Harvest Hills Driving range. The range is located by the Airport just off Country Hills Boulevard NE. The range's winter hours are 11 am to 6pm. The Harvest Hills driving range is one of...

The COVID-19 Pandemic has caused the closure of the Assiniboia Civic Center to all close contact activities, including hockey. Because of this many people have been using the outdoor rink instead for hockey. Carson Rood is one of many individuals who have been using the outdoor rink. Social distancing rules are in plac...

As Calgarians flock to the mountains for winter getaways, staying up-to-date with all the park's COVID-19 regulations remains an important part of the checklist to factor in. The Parks Canada Banff website provides an updated source of information surrounding current park closures and restrictions.

2021 marks the 25th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise. To celebrate, McDonald's included special anniversary packs of Pokémon Trading cards in children's Happy Meals at select McDonald's restaurants. The event did not go as planned as participating restaurants were stormed by fans eager to get a hold o...

The students take a look at everything from pandemic puppies and working out at home, to getting outside to fight isolation/depression. Due to COVID restrictions - many students interviewed people close to home, including friends and family. So you might hear perspectives from a student's mother or brother! Take a look...

We've all been doing the virtual university experience since March 15, 2020. It's getting a little easier. Students are finding their groove. Going to school from the comfort of your bed can be very relaxing, you don't have to wear a mask, and your pets can join you. We asked our first-year students to create videos a...

This is a musical "gift" for our Broadcast Media Studies students. We wanted to show our appreciation for your hard work, creativity and commitment to producing fabulous media content during a pandemic. You inspire us. However, due to COVID restrictions, the orchestra is not available, the backup singers are ...

Each army also has a unique uniform and a ranking system, with officers and commanders as real armies do. Members can get recruited, promoted, and demoted through the ranks as consequences for their actions. As a result, some dynamics can get quite spicy! In their downtime, army members can relax and socialize with one...

The perks of building a computer Building a personal computer is a technological investment; it can outlive most of the technology in your home. You may personalize your PC for gaming, video editing, or both! All of its components are replaceable, so you can continuously evolve your build and learn more about computers...

During the pandemic, I started mixing more songs than I have before. Some of these songs are for close friends or for artists that I've met during my time in Calgary. Unfortunately, I haven't had the opportunity to work in person with the artists I have collaborated with. Meeting the artists As someone who runs a podca...

I'm sure many people have heard of a fantasy sports league. Whether it's soccer, hockey football or something else, the rules are simple; draft a team of your own players from your chosen league, and see whose team ends up with the most points. While I've never been one for sports, the idea always seemed so fun to me. ...

Being a die-hard Canadian and Calgarian sports fan during the pandemic has not been an easy task. This week we would have been watching the divisional finals for the CFL, NHL hockey would be entering its second month of play, and we wouldn't be checking fantasy football for Covid-19 more often than you are checking the...

TikTok is a viral video sharing app that has exploded in recent months. For those of you who are somehow unaware, TikTok is a social media platform. The concept is to create up to 60-second looping videos; the content of which is up to the user. It is unmistakable that Covid-19 has forever changed the way we live our l...

We can all agree that Star Wars is one of the best movie franchises of all times. I'm a diehard fan and have been for as long as I can possibly remember. I love almost everything about the franchise from its storytelling to its characters and to its space battles and lightsaber duels. However, not every single thing ab...

Convocation at Mount Royal University looks a little different this year. Okay a lot different - thanks to COVID-19. Our class of 2020 in the Broadcast Media Studies program is graduating in a pandemic safe environment. Students are invited to a drive-in convocation ceremony, November 4, 5 and 6. It's for everyone who...

On September 2nd, 2020, I went through one of the most painful moments of my life where my family and I said goodbye to our silliest, goofiest and cutest dog. His name was Joey and he brought so much happiness and joy into our lives for 17 years. I never knew I could cry so much until we decided to put Joey to sleep an...

Bouchard (2018 first round pick) played last season in Bakersfield for the Condors posting 36 points in 54 games. He is a defensemen who has good offensive awareness and a great shot, a potential top four defensemen. Broberg (2019 first round pick) played his last season in the SHL (Sweden) posting 8 points in 45 games...

I'm Thinking Of Ending Things is a movie that just dropped on Netflix on September 4, 2020. The movie is based off of Iain Reid's 2016 book by the same name. In short, the book and movie is about a girl going to meet her boyfriend's parents for the first time. Charlie Kaufman wrote the screen play and directed this fi...

At 17, I started getting tattoos and became obsessed with them. I think it's such a fun way to express yourself and have something cool or meaningful be part of you forever. Knowing what to do after getting a tattoo is very important, because the way a tattoo heals depends on how it's taken care of while it's healing! ...

My ranked list of favorite horror films on Letterboxd (Nick Meneses, CMRU.ca)   Halloween is almost upon us! Everyone is entitled to one good scare! And there is nothing like watching a good scary movie this time of the year. Horror movies have been around for an awfully long time. They have excited and ...

The first year Broadcast Media Studies students were challenged to complete the annual Hallowe'en radio drama lab production. Each lab group (working remotely) had two hours to complete a quarter of the story and it's all here in one horrific audio file!

My entire life has always revolved around my sport, curling. Every winter I either spend my time curling or doing that little bit of extra homework on a Sunday night after a long tournament weekend. After the nation-wide shut down in March, my hopes for the next curling season began to dwindle. I was not sure if the se...

Have you ever wondered what kids really want for Halloween? I can tell you right now that the answer is not a granola bar, bottled water, or some super delicious fresh vegetables. Some of you may be thinking that toilet paper might also be a good idea to give to trick or treaters this year. If that idea has crossed yo...

Streaming is one of the most convenient ways to get an entertainment fix. With a budget, it can be hard to find free content. Luckily, Canada has six legal and free streaming services to watch.   Number Six: Plex Tubi's high quality library and no subscription fees makes it second-to-none. They have a diverse rang...

I'm what you could call a casual Star Wars fan. I've seen each of the movies exactly once and enjoyed them. I don't mind Jar Jar and I haven't come up with any crazy fan theories to justify something in the story that I did or did not like. To be honest, I'm not even the biggest Star Wars fan in my house. That honor...

My Battle Station ( Anokh Sra, CMRU.ca) I have played video games for as long as I can remember starting with the classics like Donkey Kong and Mario on the N64 to modern-day titles that I play on my PC like Dota 2 and Rainbow Six. Out of all the different types of games I've played, my favorite would have to be compet...

While many bands have important messages and calls to action in their music, few actually walk the talk they constantly preach. That is not the case for the Australian heavy metal band In Hearts Wake, though. The band's longtime urgent message of the need for humanity to change course and take better care of the Earth...

If there is one thing that I have realized in this pandemic, it is how I value my home life. My partner Tash and I are parents and the pandemic has dramatically changed the way our day to day life operates. Like everyone else, we felt uncertainty with the way things were unfolding around us. Suddenly everyone, includin...

A series of ongoing wildfires that are burning across the state of California have been making large impacts not only on the US state, but on North American air quality as a whole. The season is a part of the 2020 Western United States wildfire season. As of Sept. 14th,2020, a total of 7,718 fires have burned 3.7 milli...

Tabletop games have always been a part of our lives. We've all experienced the typical "family game nights" accompanied by the many unfinished Monopoly games in our lifetimes. But recently, there is an increasing demand for bringing back board games. Especially now during the emphasized need to self-isolate, ...

This summer, my dogs and I moved in with some roommates, one of which is my brother. A month after we settled in, my brother heard of a litter of kittens who had been abandoned at a farm. They needed to find homes, or they would be put down. He had friends who had already gotten most of the kittens, naming them Spud, P...

Musicians in Calgary have found a way to play together this summer, even though concert halls are closed because of COVID-19. They've taken their instruments outside to play with nature. It's a chance to play live music again. Bleau recruited MRU Associate Professor Irv Ratushniak to record the concerts for posterity. ...

Hi y'all! Station Manager reporting! I hope everyone had a fantastic summer spending time with family and... well, safe inside! 2020's been quite a year with the pandemic at the forefront of everything, changing the way we live the "new normal". But I hope that the different ways we've adapted to the "ne...

It's hard to find the good in a hard situation. Especially now, it has been over 7 weeks since the first announcement about social-distancing. Broadcasting student Nick Meneses has made a short update about his life in quarantine during the COVID-19 outbreak. Meneses recalls his experiences and his emotions of how the ...

The studio is empty. We didn't get to finish producing all the newscasts we had planned. But our Broadcast Media Students did report from home. Students were able to do a short a news report and others offered a personal reflection. Take a look:  

Classes have gone online at Mount Royal University and therefore students are working from home. The Broadcast Media Studies students at MRU typically have access to all sorts of high-tech equipment, but now many of the students are relying on their phones, whatever editing program their laptop will support and some go...

The Crowchild Classic took place on January 30th. The annual doubleheader hockey game between Mount Royal University and the University of Calgary underwent a major format change for this season. Instead of the traditional women's match starting at 4 pm, followed by the men at 6 pm - it was reversed. The women got th...

Thrifting is usually associated with older people and people who are not well off financially. Even though this is technically true, I mean, thrifting is cheap and the main demographic of thrift stores is usually older people, thrifting is also a thing of beauty and has a lot more benefits to it than you would think. S...

As the Queen of rap turns 37 today, I'll be taking you through why I think Nicki Minaj is better than all of your favorite male rappers. Nicki Minaj first rose to the scene in 2009 after building a fan base on the social media platform, MySpace. The world together with a lot of established male rappers quickly started...

Last year my parents and I added a new member to the family. We welcomed a two-month-old Havanese puppy. We named him Osito which, means little bear because he looks like one. This is my first time raising a fur baby, and this is my experience. First and foremost, I have taken on the role of a dog parent. What does thi...

Background Dubai, the city that evolved from a small fishing village to an ultramodern luxury city is just an example on how cities can change drastically. Myself, being born and raised in Dubai, has always been a dream city for me. The city is constantly innovating itself and attracting tourists from all-over the worl...

Thor Ragnarok is without a doubt one of Marvel's most beloved movies. It's one of the top ten highest grossing stand alone Marvel movies, and ranks a pretty lofty fourth place on Rotten Tomatoes' best Marvel movies list. Yet, I think enough time has passed between the movie's release in 2017 and now that I can say this...

I have played a lot of sports. Soccer, hockey, football, I've even tried my hand at freestyle snowboarding. From my experience, there is no other sport as physically demanding as rock climbing. You need top level cardio, fingers of steel to pull on the tiniest of holds, and raw power for dynamic movements like jumping ...

Here's the scoop: every class at Barry's Bootcamp takes place in a red room, and it lasts approximately an hour; one group starts warming up on the treadmills, while the other group are on the floor lifting weights for 30 minutes each, then both groups switch roles while following to the rhythm of the music playing in ...

Over the past few years I've had various opportunities to travel outside of Canada. From the Caribbean seas to Japanese mountain ranges, to the ancient and time-worn streets of New Orleans, every single place has provided me with a unique and memorable experience. No matter the destination, travelling has this incredib...

When Cavalry FC takes the field the team is led in more ways than one by the Foot Soldiers. The Foot Soldiers are the supporters group for the team and they are singing, waving their flags, and using their noisemakers all game long. I almost broke my noisemaker thanks to their leadership, which translates all around th...

The next day, my grandmother and I headed to Caticlan. The rain had let up a bit and the storm seemed to be going away. But upon reaching the port, I found myself standing on a floating dock: as if surfing the stormy waves. When our tiny ferry arrived, I immediately wore my life vest and scanned my surroundings - just ...

                      Have you ever tried raising a kitten? They're needy, wild, destructive animals that despite what people say actually do need a lot of attention and care. I have a 5-month-old kitten named Squiggy and he's my registered Emotional Support Animal...

  God met me at the Convergence last Thursday. It was a wild time. To those who have never heard of the Convergence, let me explain. The Convergence is a monthly event where students and faculty gather from universities across Calgary to worship Jesus. Every month the event rotates around the different campuses in...

The last look I want to talk about is from Native Diva Creations. They specialize in handmade pieces from jewellery to hats. This one was hard to choose because their entire collection was stunningly brilliant. However, this one stood out to me the most because of what looks like enamel and turquoise jewellery. There ...

Tinder, a popular dating app among university students, can be tough to ever find success in. First, it's finding a match, someone who finds you attractive that you also find attractive. If you are lucky enough to match up with someone, having a successful conversation isn't as easy as it sounds. Since the app is so po...

The Obligatory Post of a Man with a Cute Dog (Christian Mizzoni, CMRU.ca) A few months ago, Instagram made the number of likes on photos posted on their app private in Canada. Now, the app is making that same transition across a few areas of the United States. A few months after the initial decision in Canada, I though...

Imagine dressing up as a chicken for a whole day and even walking around your university with all eyes on you. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Wrong. Five of my friends and I did it, and it was awesome! To be fair, we had a good excuse to do so, it was Halloween. There were a few people walking around Mount Royal Unive...

The weather is getting colder and the snow is coming down, so you know what that means? Ski season baby! Now, as the season is just starting to kick off, I figured I would give a little how-to for making your first day out on the hills a sweet one. For convenience/simplicity sake I've made a list to break down the keys...

    Friday night, my first night off in months. I'm curled up in my bed, drinking a hot cup of tea with my two beloved dogs lying next to me, and I peel open a new book which has been on my list for months. As a busy University student, I relish the moments where I can relax and read a good book. I love getti...

Okay wow, so, UFC 244, Diaz vs. Masvidal, took place this weekend (November 2nd, 2019) at Madison Square Garden in New York, and I have to say this was an awesome fight card. Even if you're not a fan of combat sports, this blog still has something for you. You see, UFC 244 was headlined by the two previously mentioned ...

We tend to like to pride ourselves on our knowledge of pop culture, but the fact is we all have cultural blindspots. For myself, this has long been the world of YouTube. I think what played a part in that is i'm 30-years-old and the majority of the devotees of the form are younger. My first exposure to YouTube was when...

While some university students are deeply invested in politics, others may not be. I happen to fall into the latter group. I keep relatively updated on what's happening in the political environment but being a permanent resident, I don't have the option of voting. The weekend before the recent 2019 elections, I happene...

Is Music A Distraction When Studying? To say the very least, my taste in music is diverse. To say a little more, it ranges from bands like July Talk to Florence and the Machine, Daft Punk to Rise Against, and Porcupine Tree to Dan Mangan. None of them sound alike and they all do very different things with their music. ...

Tucked away in the South East of Calgary just off of Macleod Trail, is Calgary's unofficial brewery district. Cabin Brewing Company, Village Brewing, Born Colorado Brewing, and many more all exist within the same few kilometer area. This is the area you want to be if you like unique, local drinks and a chill atmosphere...

Going to see a movie is one of my favourite activities, it makes me feel like a kid again. The salty popcorn, the relaxing seats and one giant screen, all pieces to an awesome movie watching experience. But theaters have changed since I was a kid. You can still see movies in a regular setting, but there are auditoriums...

The Mount Royal Cougars Men's Soccer team will make history on Saturday. For the first time in program history they will be hosting a playoff game as they take on the Thompson Rivers University Wolfpack. This is just another achievement in what has already been a historic season for the Cougars. The Cougars also manage...

One of the biggest struggles for students living on campus is eating healthy. Sure, we'll buy a salad or two on our biweekly grocery trip but those are gone within a couple of days and we're stuck eating pasta & frozen foods until our next shopping trip. Shopping for produce is expensive and time consuming. With so...

Folks, a new Joker movie is out called "The Joker". Those who are familiar with DC films may know that the last Joker in "Suicide Squad" was not very good (I still love Jared Leto though). So there is lots of pressure for this new Joker film, especially after Heath Ledger's Joker in "The Dark K...

From a wide array of assignments to upcoming midterms, and even things going on in our personal lives, stress is always there. We are currently in the time of year where university tends to get a lot more stressful, and I notice people tend to cope with stress quite poorly, including myself. For me, stress levels rose ...

Everyone within a five kilometre radius of my study area knows I love John Mayer. We all know the story, a worn out student lays their heavily bagged eyes upon a university workload and before you know it, they've got one hand on an energy drink and another scrolling through study playlists. It's science. But, is it re...

The Calgary Flames first home game of the 2019-20 NHL season took place last night at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The game was a major success for the Flames as they came away with a three to zero victory. The game was hard-fought, but it was the Flames who made the most of their opportunities. Even though it was a toug...

Going to a country concert is extremely fun! For the big-name performer's tickets can get very expensive, not to mention the high-priced food, drinks, and merchandise. Going to one of these concerts is considered a big luxury, especially for students who are strapped for cash. Being a student myself and a country conce...

Seeing pop legend Christina Aguilera's residency in Las Vegas was a dream come true. I would do literally anything to see her, which is not the easiest job as a third-year university student living off of student loans and chump change from a retail job. But have you ever been such a committed fan to an artist that you...

I've been listening to Elton John's classic music since I was a little kid. So, when my Dad and I had the opportunity to go see him perform live on his final tour, I couldn't pass it up. The shows were at Rogers Place in Edmonton. It was my first time in that arena, which makes Calgary's Scotiabank Saddledome look l...

A small gift can sometimes turn into something quite different; A large problem. Ryan Yip tells the story of a young woman's unwanted stockpile, unfolding the truth behind the mess of a collection that will bring a smile (and a minion friend) to your day.

Most artists and woodworkers are happy to make a profit from their hobby. But one Calgary resident is carving out his own niche, in his own way. Darren Plett reports.

Soccer Fans in Calgary have a new team to watch. The Cavalry FC is part of the Canadian Premier League which launched this year. Calgary's first game is May 4th, but you can take a look at some of the players in action right now. Alex Brodie tells us how this new soccer club is giving young players another chance to p...

MRU Facilities is trying to clean up our recycling. Too many people are throwing in half-full cups of coffee in the recycling. The cups are recyclable, but the coffee in them is not. When the coffee spills out, it contaminates all the recycling and it ends up in the landfill.

A new Calgary business wants to turn a profit but helping the environment. Canary Refillery and Zero Waste Market aims to dramatically reduce packaging by offering a place where consumer can refill, reuse and reduce.

New students attending Mount Royal University for their first days of orientation will share many experiences. Meeting strangers who might become close friends over the next few years; the nerves that clutch at your gut as you enter the massive auditorium and look for your program; and, for the first time, hearing facu...

With only four days until the start of spring, early on a Sunday morning, Dan Beeson-Bergeron sits in the middle of a frozen lake. Patiently positioned, he awaits inside a tent. This makeshift shelter is the width and depth of a closet - and the depths of the turbid water are tucked under the densely encrusted surface....

One female artist combines her passion for art with her desire for social change. She hopes to provoke a reaction from the public with a variety of powerful artistic expressions. Her live art show touches on issues surrounding justice and reconciliation for indigenous women, body positivity and the parameters of consen...